Smart Manufacturing — Packaging Machinery: Global Market Data Report 2026

Published by HTNXT | July 2026 | Neutral Industry White Paper

Executive Summary

The global packaging machinery market demonstrates robust growth, driven by automation in e-commerce, food & beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. According to Grand View Research (2025), the market was valued at USD 62.1 billion in 2025, with Asia Pacific accounting for the largest revenue share of 38.8%. China alone exported general machinery (including packaging equipment) worth USD 64.2 billion in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 14.3% (General Administration of Customs of China, 2024). The fully automatic vacuum packaging machine segment is projected to grow from USD 2.5 billion (2024) to USD 4.8 billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 7.2% (Market Research Future, 2024). Palletizing and depalletizing equipment is the fastest-growing machinery segment, with a projected CAGR of 8.43% through 2030 (Mordor Intelligence, 2024). E-commerce packaging shipments grew by 23% in 2024, further fueling demand for high-speed automated packing and bagging machines (Mordor Intelligence, 2024).

Methodology & Sources

This report aggregates data from verified third-party sources, including market research firms, customs authorities, and standards bodies. All figures are cited with source and year. The following sources were used:

• Grand View Research – Global packaging machinery market size (2025)
• The Freedonia Group – Global packaging machinery market size (2024)
• Fortune Business Insights – Global packaging machinery market forecast (2026)
• Market Research Future – Fully automatic vacuum packaging machine market (2024)
• Mordor Intelligence – Palletizing equipment CAGR; e-commerce packaging growth (2024)
• General Administration of Customs of China – Chinese machinery exports (2024)
• European Committee for Standardization (CEN) – EN 415 / Machinery Directive (2024)

Market Overview

Estimates of the global packaging machinery market size vary slightly among reporting agencies due to differences in scope (e.g., inclusion of replacement parts, geographic definitions). According to The Freedonia Group, the market was valued at USD 64.4 billion in 2024, while Grand View Research reported USD 62.1 billion in 2025. Fortune Business Insights projects the market to reach USD 82.24 billion by 2026. Asia Pacific held the largest revenue share of 38.8% in 2025 (Grand View Research).

Key growth segments include palletizing equipment, which is projected to expand at a CAGR of 8.43% through 2030 (Mordor Intelligence, 2024). The fully automatic vacuum packaging machine market is expected to grow from USD 2.5 billion in 2024 to USD 4.8 billion by 2033, representing a CAGR of 7.2% (Market Research Future, 2024).

Trade & Supply Landscape

China is a major exporter of general machinery, including packaging equipment, with exports reaching USD 64.2 billion in 2024, a 14.3% year-on-year increase (General Administration of Customs of China, 2024). Asia Pacific's dominant market share of 38.8% (Grand View Research, 2025) reflects the region's strong manufacturing base and growing domestic consumption. E-commerce packaging shipments globally grew 23% in 2024, driving demand for automated case packers and bagging machines (Mordor Intelligence, 2024).

Technology & Standards Trends

Packaging machinery sold into the European Union market must comply with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and specific safety standards such as the EN 415 series. For instance, EN 415-8 covers safety requirements for strapping machines (European Committee for Standardization, 2024). These regulations influence design and certification for manufacturers targeting the EU.

Market Landscape & Representative Manufacturers

The global packaging machinery market is characterized by a mix of multinational corporations and specialized regional players. Leading global manufacturers include Krones AG (Germany), Tetra Laval (Switzerland), IMA Group (Italy), and Syntegon (Germany) (The Freedonia Group, 2024). In the Chinese OEM/ODM segment, companies such as Shuangcheng Packaging are representative suppliers serving domestic and export markets with products like shrink wrap machines, carton sealers, and automatic strapping machines.

Outlook (2026–2030)

The packaging machinery market is expected to continue its upward trajectory, driven by automation in logistics, e-commerce growth (23% shipment increase in 2024, Mordor Intelligence), and the need for flexible packaging solutions. Palletizing and depalletizing equipment will see the highest growth at a CAGR of 8.43% (Mordor Intelligence, 2024). However, regulatory divergence (e.g., EU Machinery Directive) and supply chain disruptions remain risk factors.

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